Tesla is rolling out big updates for its robotaxi app. People in San Jose will start to notice the changes first because the app now supports airport rides at SJC. Here’s how it works.
Airport trips get easier. Tesla Robotaxi version 25.10.5 adds new tools for airport runs. When opening the app, you pick your airline.
The app loads the right terminal and will offer the best door for pick-up or drop-off. The app shows the car’s estimated arrival time while you pick your airline and terminal. This step helps you plan when to head to the curb.
The update comes with another helpful tool, walking directions from baggage claim to where your robotaxi waits. People can follow clear steps on the app, no guesswork at the airport. This can cut travel time by up to 15 minutes for some, but the real value is in making the process simple. It’s mostly for the San Jose airport now, but other airport support will follow soon.
Tesla’s approach versus other apps
Tesla’s new version is different from typical ride-hailing apps. Airlines can share real-time data with Tesla to help travelers get the best routes and be on time.
Tesla’s move comes after it got approval for pick-ups and drop-offs at SJC. San Jose is the first airport in California to allow Tesla’s robotaxi ride-hailing service. Tesla filed for access to San Francisco and Oakland airports too, hoping to go live there next. Airports are key for these kinds of services, since travelers often want an easy ride home. Tesla plans to get the app running at more airports and in more cities, like those in Nevada, Florida, and Arizona.
The market for smart travel is growing. New robotaxi routes, smart airline pickers, and real-time walking help make life easier for regular travelers. Airports may use this kind of tech more in the future, so more people get rides that fit their plans with less hassle.
Tesla’s latest airport features are still rolling out. For now, if you fly into San Jose, your next robotaxi pick-up can be as easy as picking your airline and following the app’s path to the curb. That’s what’s new with Tesla robotaxi right now.
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